Clitheroe Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Clitheroe’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 30.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This continued safety trend contrasts with seasonal patterns typical of a small built-up area within Ribble Valley, where the start of summer often sees shifts in activity. The top two crime categories were anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences, each contributing 30.2% of the total 96 reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour, though a significant portion of local crime, remained 20% above the UK average, possibly linked to the area’s tight-knit community dynamics and limited formal oversight. Violence and sexual offences, meanwhile, were 41% below the national average, a stark contrast that may reflect the absence of high-risk environments such as major nightlife hubs. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins to ramp up in nearby rural areas—could influence crime patterns, though Clitheroe itself lacks major tourist infrastructure. Property crimes accounted for 32.3% of all incidents (31 cases), while violent crimes made up 30.2% (29 cases), suggesting a balanced but concerning distribution between property and personal safety risks. The overall rate, though low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance, particularly as summer progresses and activity patterns shift.

June 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one incident reported—up from zero in May. This spike may reflect seasonal activity patterns, such as more cyclists using local routes as summer begins. Burglary also rose by 40%, from five to seven incidents, a shift that could be linked to increased property visibility during longer daylight hours. Meanwhile, public order offences plummeted by 85.7%, likely due to reduced foot traffic as the month progressed. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 30.2% of all crimes, remains 20% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in community management. Shoplifting fell by 50%, influenced by targeted policing or seasonal retail changes. These fluctuations highlight the need for residents to remain vigilant in areas experiencing rising trends, such as bicycle theft and burglary, while noting the positive decline in public order incidents.

Clitheroe's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 23.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.3 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend seen in the first half of the year, though specific crime types show mixed patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly three crimes per day in June, a figure that, while low, warrants attention to emerging trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 179 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. However, this aggregate statistic masks shifts in crime distribution, with certain categories rising sharply. For example, bicycle theft and burglary both increased month-on-month, suggesting localized pressures that may not be fully captured by overall rate comparisons. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Clitheroe's crime profile, though safer than the national average, requires targeted awareness of specific risks.